Fitness & Wellness Classes
STRONG & HEALTHY
At Berkshire South, we’re committed to keeping our community strong and healthy. Since the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic in March 2020, Berkshire South has continued to bring you the core fitness classes that you have depended on to keep you strong, healthy and connected.
CLASS UPDATES:
Class Schedule
Please note that this schedule may change periodically. Check back often for updates.
- Unless noted, these classes are free to attend for members or with the purchase of a day pass for guests
- Until further notice, all classes are held indoors
- Reservations are no longer required for free to member classes. However, registrations are required for programming that is not included in your membership. Look for the red Registration button for easy sign-up
In The Spotlight:
Mondays
Zumba©
Mondays 8 – 9am
Instructor: Faye Morgan-Amidon
Location: Auditorium
No Fee For Members
This is a high-energy class that uses Latin and international music to create a dynamic, exciting, and effective fitness program. Every class feels like a party! Zumba routines feature a combo of fast and slow rhythms that make you feel joyful and alive. No dance experience is necessary.
Cross Training for Everyone
Mondays 9 – 10am
NEW Class Time Starting January 1st: Mondays 9:15 – 10:15am
Instructor: Todd DiMario
Location: Auditorium
No Fee For Members
Power Hour
Mondays 5:30 – 6:30pm
Instructor: Kathy Roy
Location: Gym
No Fee For Members
Tuesdays
Life Fitness
Tuesdays 8 – 9am
Instructor: Claire Naylor-Pollart
Location: Auditorium
No Fee For Members
Chair Yoga
Tuesdays 10 – 11am
Instructor: Tara Rahkola
Location: Auditorium
No Fee For Members
Get all the benefits of traditional yoga with the safety and support of a chair. Come see how dynamic, engaging, and relaxing yoga can be when you have six legs.
Adaptive Friendly
Strength & Balance for Women
Tuesdays & Thursdays 10 – 11am
Instructor: Rebecca Carberry
Location: Gym
Participants MUST bring their own mat.
No Fee For Members
No matter what your age, movement can help keep you healthy and protect you from injury. The aim of this class is to build muscular strength, coordination, and balance at a slow and safe pace. *all genders welcome*
Fitness Center Orientation
Tuesdays and Thursdays
11am – 12pm
No Fee For Members
Are you a new member who would like to learn how to use our exercise equipment? Or maybe you just need a refresher because you haven’t been to the gym lately. One of our qualified staff members will take you through basics of what the Fitness Center has to offer and how to safely use the equipment. This includes: learning about the cardio and the resistance training machines, the rules and procedures of the gym, and other personalized training options. If you can’t make the weekly orientations and would like to request an orientation at different time, please email fitness@berkshiresouth.org.
HIIT
Canceled
Tuesdays 12-1pm
Instructor: Luana Dias David
No Fee For Members
Strength & Balance for Men
Tuesdays & Thursdays 11:30am – 12:30pm
Instructor: Rebecca Carberry
Location: Gym
Participants MUST bring their own mat.
No Fee For Members
No matter what your age, movement can help keep you healthy and protect you from injury. The aim of this class is to build muscular strength, coordination, and balance at a slow and safe pace. *all genders welcome*
Pilates/Yoga Blend
Tuesdays 5:30 – 6:30pm
Instructor: Heidi McCanlies
Location: Auditorium
No Fee For Members
Wednesdays
Pickleball
Wednesdays
7am – 11am
Starting in January 2024
Wednesdays 7:00 – 12:00pm
Fridays 11:00 – 3:00pm
Saturdays 10:00 – 12:00pm
Please note: On the 3rd Wednesday of each month, we host Pickleball Clinics from 8:30-10:45am. Due to this, courts will be unavailable on those dates.
Non-member: $10/person
No Fee For Members
A paddle sport created for all ages and skill levels, Pickleball combines many elements of tennis, badminton, and ping-pong. The rules are simple and the game is easy for beginners to learn, but can develop into a quick, fast-paced, competitive game for experienced players.
Participants must bring their own paddles and balls.
Monthly Pickleball Clinic
Upcoming Clinics:
Monday, April 29th
Wednesday, May 15
Wednesday, July 17
Wednesday, August 21
Pickleball Intro to Beginners: 8:30 – 9:30am
Pickleball Skills and Drills: 9:45 – 10:45am
Location: Gymnasium
Members: $25
Guests: $35
Pickleball is a paddleball sport that combines badminton, table tennis, and tennis elements. Led by Tony Richards, an instructor certified by the International Pickleball Training Professionals Association (IPTPA), clinics will focus on stroke and shot improvement, technique, and match play. Clinics will be appropriate for all levels of fitness.
- Pickleball Intro to Beginners is for players new to the game or who have been playing for a short while, with a focus on fundamentals
- Pickleball Skills and Drills In this class, intermediate level players will focus on serving, return of serve, learning the dink shot and the drop shot
- Participants MUST bring their own paddles and balls.
- Registration required
Pickleball Private Lessons
Wednesdays
12:15 – 2:30pm
Members $75 per hour for one person or $83 for two people
Guests $83 per hour for one person or $99 for two people
Join Tony Richards, an instructor certified by the International Pickleball Training Professionals Association (IPTPA), for private pickleball lessons for all skill levels. Whether you are new to the sport or looking to refine your technique, Tony works well with all skill levels to improve your pickleball skills in fun and meaningful ways. We are offering one-on-one private lessons as well as semi-private lessons for two people. Booking preference will be given to members.
Strength Infused Cardio (S.I.C.)
Weekly classes begin November 1
Wednesdays 8 – 9am
Instructor: Margee O’Meara
Location: Auditorium
No Fee For Members
Build strength, stamina, and endurance in this high-intensity, full body workout that uses weights to get you in your cardio zone. This class is appropriate for all levels of fitness. This is a drop in class, no registration required!
Wednesday Walking Club
Every Wednesday from 9:00am-9:30am
Led by: Jenn Austin
Location: Front Desk
Free for Everyone
The walking club meets in the lobby at 8:45 am. We will head out at 9:00 am for a 1-2 mile nature walk on the Old Route 7 Greenway, a flat paved trail that runs parallel to route 7. Please sign up for our Fitness Email List to be notified of any cancellations due to poor weather. No registration required.
Gentle Yoga
Wednesdays 9 – 10am
Wednesdays 9:00-10:00am
Instructor: Jeanne Teasdale
Location: Auditorium
No reservations required.
No Fee For Members
This gentle yoga class is based on a Kripalu style of yoga. Kripalu is a type of Hatha yoga that begins with breathing exercises (pranayama) and stretches followed by an exploration of postures (asana) and ending with a final relaxation. Kripalu emphasizes self-acceptance and moving at your own pace and makes it great for both beginners and seasoned yogis alike.
Group Training with Todd
Wednesdays, May 1st-June 19th
10am-11am
Instructor: Todd DiMario
Location: Auditorium
Members: $200
Guests: $250
Have you ever thought about getting a personal trainer, but you prefer the energy and camaraderie of a group setting? This 8-week program, led by experienced trainer and coach, Todd DiMario, will give you the opportunity to work alongside others with similar goals while receiving customized attention in your workout program and form. Your time will be spent in various locations, including the gym, fitness center and auditorium, depending on the program and your goals. Spaces are limited to 6 participants only, so be sure to secure your spot.
Breast Health Qigong
Wednesdays, July 3 and July 10
1:30-2:30 PM
Instructor: Carole Murko
Location: Auditorium
Free For Everyone
This free 2-week program is led by expert Qigong instructor, certified health coach, and mindset expert, Carole Murko. Using the traditional Chinese medicine practice of Qigong to improve breast health and support healing from breast cancer, Carole will guide you on how to move energy to focus attention on specific areas of the body in a healing and restorative manner. These practices are easy, fun, and regenerative!
Dragon’s Way Qigong
Wednesdays, July 17-August 28
1:30-2:30 PM
Instructor: Carole Murko
Location: Auditorium
Members: $175.00
Guests: $199.00
Materials Fee: $40.00
Qigong is a Chinese martial art that is designed to unblock the invisible energy pathways in our bodies. In this 7-week class, we will learn 10 powerful movements, discover how to eat for healing, and explore how lifestyle and plant medicines can be used to help create balance in your life. This course includes a weekly guidebook. We’ll end the class with a food demo and healing meal to celebrate our time together.
Cardio Kickboxing
Wednesdays 5:30 – 6:30pm & Sundays 10 – 11am
Instructors: Kathy Roy (Wednesday) & Cori Broderick (Sunday)
Location: Auditorium
No Fee For Members
Thursdays
Strength & Balance for Women
Tuesdays & Thursdays 10 – 11am
Instructor: Rebecca Carberry
Location: Gym
Participants MUST bring their own mat.
No Fee For Members
No matter what your age, movement can help keep you healthy and protect you from injury. The aim of this class is to build muscular strength, coordination, and balance at a slow and safe pace.
*All genders welcome*
Fitness Center Orientation
Tuesdays and Thursdays
11am – 12pm
No Fee For Members
Are you a new member who would like to learn how to use our exercise equipment? Or maybe you just need a refresher because you haven’t been to the gym lately. One of our qualified staff members will take you through basics of what the Fitness Center has to offer and how to safely use the equipment. This includes: learning about the cardio and the resistance training machines, the rules and procedures of the gym, and other personalized training options. If you can’t make the weekly orientations and would like to request an orientation at different time, please email fitness@berkshiresouth.org.
Strength & Balance for Men
Tuesdays & Thursdays 11:30am – 12:30pm
Instructor: Rebecca Carberry
Location: Gym
Participants MUST bring their own mat.
No Fee For Members
No matter what your age, movement can help keep you healthy and protect you from injury. The aim of this class is to build muscular strength, coordination, and balance at a slow and safe pace.
*All genders welcome*
Matter of Balance
Recommended for ages 60+
April 4 – May 23
Thursdays, 1-3 pm
Instructors: Kathy Roy & Senta Reis
Location: Auditorium
Please reach out to Jenn with any questions at: jaustin@berkshiresouth.org or by phone at 413-528-2810 Ext 35.
Free For Everyone
Join our certified Matter of Balance instructors for an 8-week class to lessen your fear of falling. You’ll learn to view falls as controllable, discover small changes to reduce at-home falls, and engage in exercises to increase flexibility, strength, and balance. Activities include group discussions, problem-solving, skill-building, assertiveness training, videos, and exercise training. Registration is required. This class is offered In collaboration with Elder Services of Berkshire County, Inc.
Crush Hour: Extreme Fun & Fitness
Thursday, 6:00pm-7:00pm
Starting March 14
Instructor: Angel Reilly
Location: Auditorium
No Fee For Members
Crush Hour will blow your mind and transform your body. This one-hour class is packed with exciting, challenging, and unique fitness equipment and variations. You’ll have so much fun that you’ll forget you are working out!
Fridays
Private Movement Coaching
Instructor: Steven Leonard SPT, RYT
Members: minimum of 3 sessions at $200.00
Guests: minimum of 3 sessions at $225.00
If interested, please reach out to Jennifer Austin at jaustin@berkshiresouth.org
Steven Leonard, an expert movement coach, will work closely with you to gather valuable insights into your body’s mechanics. These private sessions offer a unique and tailored approach to fitness, encompassing a comprehensive functional movement assessment and a customized exercise plan designed exclusively for you. Sessions include detailed assessment of your current movement patterns, mobility, strength, and any areas of imbalance or limitation. Your movement coach will craft a personalized exercise plan tailored to your specific needs, goals, and preferences. This plan is not a one-size-fits-all approach but a carefully constructed roadmap to help you achieve optimal results.
Pickleball
Starting in January 2024
Wednesdays 7:00 – 12:00pm
Fridays 11:00 – 3:00pm
Saturdays 10:00 – 12:00pm
Location: Gym
Please note: On the 3rd Wednesday of each month, we host Pickleball Clinics from 8:30-10:45am. Due to this, courts will be unavailable on those dates.
Non-member: $10/person
No Fee For Members
A paddle sport created for all ages and skill levels, Pickleball combines many elements of tennis, badminton, and ping-pong. The rules are simple and the game is easy for beginners to learn, but can develop into a quick, fast-paced, competitive game for experienced players.
Participants must bring their own paddles and balls.
Full Body Blast
Fridays 9 – 10am
Instructor: Margee O’Meara
Location: Gym
NEW Instructor starting in January 2024: Margee O’Meara
No Fee For Members
Start your Friday off right with a cardio class that will work you from head to toe. Mix up free weights, dynamic bodyweight movements, and cardio for a total fitness experience.
Zumba
Fridays 10 – 11am
Instructor: Faye Morgan-Amidon
Location: Auditorium
No Fee For Members
Easing into Spring: Gentle Slow Flow Yoga & Meditation Series
March 1 – April 5
Fridays 5:30 – 6:30pm
Instructor: Lisa Staiano-Coico
Location: Auditorium
Members: $75
Guests: $90
Body Tune-Up Series
Fridays, September 29th – October 20th CANCELLED
*Free Introductory class – Friday, September 22nd
8:00-9:00am
Instructor: Steven Leonard
Members: $40 / Guests: $55
The Body Tune-Up Series is the ultimate pathway to revitalization! This series focuses on improving posture, enhancing performance, and living a pain-free life. Say goodbye to stiffness, discomfort, and limited mobility, and say hello to a body that moves like never before. Instructor Steven Leonard is a student physical therapist and Kripalu faculty member. Please attend the free introductory class (9/22) to see if this series is right for you! Please bring your own yoga mat.
Roll and Release - Trigger Point Therapy
Fridays, June 30th – August 11th, 8 – 9am
Instructor: Claire Naylor Pollart & Jeanne Teasdale
Using Therapy Balls, self-help tools, and corrective exercises, students will learn specific techniques that will instantly roll out tension, improve movement, break dysfunctional movement patterns, and provide invaluable insight into their own anatomical architecture.
Weekends
Weekend Warrior
Saturdays 8-9am
Starting October 7, 2023
NEW Class Time Starting Jan 1st: Saturdays 9:00 – 10:00am
Instructor: Nick Warren
Location: Gym
No Fee For Members
Kick start your weekend with a mix of strength, cardio, and balance exercises! This is a high intensity (energy) class suitable for all levels of fitness. Build your strength, endurance, and stability while getting the energy you need to enhance your weekend! This is a drop in class. No registration required!
Pickleball
Saturdays
9am – 12pm
Starting in January 2024
Wednesdays 7:00 – 12:00pm
Fridays 11:00 – 3:00pm
Saturdays 10:00 – 12:00pm
Location: Gym
Please note: On the 3rd Wednesday of each month, we host Pickleball Clinics from 8:30-10:45am. Due to this, courts will be unavailable on those dates.
Non-member: $10/person
No Fee For Members
A paddle sport created for all ages and skill levels, Pickleball combines many elements of tennis, badminton, and ping-pong. The rules are simple and the game is easy for beginners to learn, but can develop into a quick, fast-paced, competitive game for experienced players.
Participants must bring their own paddles and balls.
Amazonian Breathwork and Guided Meditation
Saturdays, May 4-June 1
10-11:00 AM
Instructor: Justin Torrico
Location: Auditorium
Members: $90.00
Guests: $105.00
Amazonian breathwork was developed by the Yanomami and Witoto tribes who used this practice to collectively connect with a greater purpose. This program will include both physical movement and sound-supported guided mindfulness techniques to develop awareness and deep relaxation.
Empowerment Self Defense Class
Saturday, June 1
1:00-3:00 PM
Instructor: Kim Rivers
Location: Auditorium
Members: $35.00
Guests: $45.00
Empowerment Self Defense (ESD) utilizes confidence-building and awareness skills along with verbal and physical self defense techniques. Kim Rivers, a Self Defense Certified Instructor, will show you how to stand up to harassment, bullying, and violence by empowering you with the tools to respond appropriately and confidence to take matters into your own hands, if you choose to do so.
Pilates
Sundays 9 – 10am
Instructor: Don Fries
Location: Meeting Rooms
No Fee For Members
Cardio Kickboxing
Sundays 10 – 11am & Wednesdays 5:30 – 6:30pm
Instructors: Cori Broderick (Sunday) & Kathy Roy (Wednesday)
Location: Gym
No Fee For Members
Drop-In Volleyball
Sundays 2 – 4PM
Starting April 28th
Location: Gym
No Fee For Members
Join Drop-In Volleyball each Sunday for the spring and summer! Swing by with a friend or come on your own. We’ll supply the net and equipment.
Pickleball Private Lessons
Weekends
Members: $75 per hour for one person or $83 for two people
Guests: $83 per hour for one person or $99 for two people
To schedule a lesson, contact Jennifer Austin at (413) 528-2810 ext. 35 or email fitness@berkshiresouth.org.
Join Tony Richards, an instructor certified by the International Pickleball Training Professionals Association (IPTPA), for private pickleball lessons for all skill levels. Whether you are new to the sport or looking to refine your technique, Tony works well with all skill levels to improve your pickleball skills in fun and meaningful ways. We are offering one-on-one private lessons as well as semi-private lessons for two people. Booking preference will be given to members.
Pickleball
Saturdays
9am – 12pm
Non-member: $10/person
No Fee For Members
A paddle sport created for all ages and skill levels, Pickleball combines many elements of tennis, badminton, and ping-pong. The rules are simple and the game is easy for beginners to learn, but can develop into a quick, fast-paced, competitive game for experienced players.
Participants must bring their own paddles and balls.
The New Get Fit Challenge
Ages 12+
January 9th – March 16th
Tuesdays 5:30pm – 7pm & Saturdays 7:30am – 9am
Members: $149
Non-members: $199
This wellness and exercise program is designed to transform your body and lifestyle in just 10 weeks. Participants will work together twice a week to form a supportive tight-knit group and help create healthy, long-term habits. We will start each session with a challenging 1hr fitness class led by our highly qualified certified personal trainers and instructors. Then, our instructors will lead 30-minute workshop dedicated to exploring other areas of full-body wellness such as mindfulness, nutrition, goal setting, and mobility. There will also be opportunities to get personalized help from a certified personal trainer. You’ll cheer each other on and gain support in our exclusive Get Fit Facebook page. We’ll celebrate the end of this 10-week challenge with a party and prizes! This program is inclusive to all fitness levels and creates a positive, high-energy experience you won’t want to miss out on! Free program swag for each participant. Ages 12-17 are welcome to join with parental permission
Zumba©
Mondays 8 – 9am
Instructor: Faye Morgan-Amidon
Location: Auditorium
No Fee For Members
This is a high-energy class that uses Latin and international music to create a dynamic, exciting, and effective fitness program. Every class feels like a party! Zumba routines feature a combo of fast and slow rhythms that make you feel joyful and alive. No dance experience is necessary.
Cross Training for Everyone
Mondays 9 – 10am
NEW Class Time Starting January 1st: Mondays 9:15 – 10:15am
Instructor: Todd DiMario
Location: Auditorium
No Fee For Members
Power Hour
Mondays 5:30 – 6:30pm
Instructor: Kathy Roy
Location: Gym
No Fee For Members
Life Fitness
Tuesdays 8 – 9am
Instructor: Claire Naylor-Pollart
Location: Auditorium
No Fee For Members
Chair Yoga
Tuesdays 10 – 11am
Instructor: Tara Rahkola
Location: Auditorium
No Fee For Members
Get all the benefits of traditional yoga with the safety and support of a chair. Come see how dynamic, engaging, and relaxing yoga can be when you have six legs.
Adaptive Friendly
Strength & Balance for Women
Tuesdays & Thursdays 10 – 11am
Instructor: Rebecca Carberry
Location: Gym
Participants MUST bring their own mat.
No Fee For Members
No matter what your age, movement can help keep you healthy and protect you from injury. The aim of this class is to build muscular strength, coordination, and balance at a slow and safe pace. *all genders welcome*
Fitness Center Orientation
Tuesdays and Thursdays
11am – 12pm
No Fee For Members
Are you a new member who would like to learn how to use our exercise equipment? Or maybe you just need a refresher because you haven’t been to the gym lately. One of our qualified staff members will take you through basics of what the Fitness Center has to offer and how to safely use the equipment. This includes: learning about the cardio and the resistance training machines, the rules and procedures of the gym, and other personalized training options. If you can’t make the weekly orientations and would like to request an orientation at different time, please email fitness@berkshiresouth.org.
HIIT
Canceled
Tuesdays 12-1pm
Instructor: Luana Dias David
No Fee For Members
Strength & Balance for Men
Tuesdays & Thursdays 11:30am – 12:30pm
Instructor: Rebecca Carberry
Location: Gym
Participants MUST bring their own mat.
No Fee For Members
No matter what your age, movement can help keep you healthy and protect you from injury. The aim of this class is to build muscular strength, coordination, and balance at a slow and safe pace. *all genders welcome*
Pilates/Yoga Blend
Tuesdays 5:30 – 6:30pm
Instructor: Heidi McCanlies
Location: Auditorium
No Fee For Members
Pickleball
Wednesdays
7am – 11am
Starting in January 2024
Wednesdays 7:00 – 12:00pm
Fridays 11:00 – 3:00pm
Saturdays 10:00 – 12:00pm
Please note: On the 3rd Wednesday of each month, we host Pickleball Clinics from 8:30-10:45am. Due to this, courts will be unavailable on those dates.
Non-member: $10/person
No Fee For Members
A paddle sport created for all ages and skill levels, Pickleball combines many elements of tennis, badminton, and ping-pong. The rules are simple and the game is easy for beginners to learn, but can develop into a quick, fast-paced, competitive game for experienced players.
Participants must bring their own paddles and balls.
Monthly Pickleball Clinic
Upcoming Clinics:
Monday, April 29th
Wednesday, May 15
Wednesday, July 17
Wednesday, August 21
Pickleball Intro to Beginners: 8:30 – 9:30am
Pickleball Skills and Drills: 9:45 – 10:45am
Location: Gymnasium
Members: $25
Guests: $35
Pickleball is a paddleball sport that combines badminton, table tennis, and tennis elements. Led by Tony Richards, an instructor certified by the International Pickleball Training Professionals Association (IPTPA), clinics will focus on stroke and shot improvement, technique, and match play. Clinics will be appropriate for all levels of fitness.
- Pickleball Intro to Beginners is for players new to the game or who have been playing for a short while, with a focus on fundamentals
- Pickleball Skills and Drills In this class, intermediate level players will focus on serving, return of serve, learning the dink shot and the drop shot
- Participants MUST bring their own paddles and balls.
- Registration required
Pickleball Private Lessons
Wednesdays
12:15 – 2:30pm
Members $75 per hour for one person or $83 for two people
Guests $83 per hour for one person or $99 for two people
Join Tony Richards, an instructor certified by the International Pickleball Training Professionals Association (IPTPA), for private pickleball lessons for all skill levels. Whether you are new to the sport or looking to refine your technique, Tony works well with all skill levels to improve your pickleball skills in fun and meaningful ways. We are offering one-on-one private lessons as well as semi-private lessons for two people. Booking preference will be given to members.
Strength Infused Cardio (S.I.C.)
Weekly classes begin November 1
Wednesdays 8 – 9am
Instructor: Margee O’Meara
Location: Auditorium
No Fee For Members
Build strength, stamina, and endurance in this high-intensity, full body workout that uses weights to get you in your cardio zone. This class is appropriate for all levels of fitness. This is a drop in class, no registration required!
Wednesday Walking Club
Every Wednesday from 9:00am-9:30am
Led by: Jenn Austin
Location: Front Desk
Free for Everyone
The walking club meets in the lobby at 8:45 am. We will head out at 9:00 am for a 1-2 mile nature walk on the Old Route 7 Greenway, a flat paved trail that runs parallel to route 7. Please sign up for our Fitness Email List to be notified of any cancellations due to poor weather. No registration required.
Gentle Yoga
Wednesdays 9 – 10am
Wednesdays 9:00-10:00am
Instructor: Jeanne Teasdale
Location: Auditorium
No reservations required.
No Fee For Members
This gentle yoga class is based on a Kripalu style of yoga. Kripalu is a type of Hatha yoga that begins with breathing exercises (pranayama) and stretches followed by an exploration of postures (asana) and ending with a final relaxation. Kripalu emphasizes self-acceptance and moving at your own pace and makes it great for both beginners and seasoned yogis alike.
Group Training with Todd
Wednesdays, May 1st-June 19th
10am-11am
Instructor: Todd DiMario
Location: Auditorium
Members: $200
Guests: $250
Have you ever thought about getting a personal trainer, but you prefer the energy and camaraderie of a group setting? This 8-week program, led by experienced trainer and coach, Todd DiMario, will give you the opportunity to work alongside others with similar goals while receiving customized attention in your workout program and form. Your time will be spent in various locations, including the gym, fitness center and auditorium, depending on the program and your goals. Spaces are limited to 6 participants only, so be sure to secure your spot.
Breast Health Qigong
Wednesdays, July 3 and July 10
1:30-2:30 PM
Instructor: Carole Murko
Location: Auditorium
Free For Everyone
This free 2-week program is led by expert Qigong instructor, certified health coach, and mindset expert, Carole Murko. Using the traditional Chinese medicine practice of Qigong to improve breast health and support healing from breast cancer, Carole will guide you on how to move energy to focus attention on specific areas of the body in a healing and restorative manner. These practices are easy, fun, and regenerative!
Dragon’s Way Qigong
Wednesdays, July 17-August 28
1:30-2:30 PM
Instructor: Carole Murko
Location: Auditorium
Members: $175.00
Guests: $199.00
Materials Fee: $40.00
Qigong is a Chinese martial art that is designed to unblock the invisible energy pathways in our bodies. In this 7-week class, we will learn 10 powerful movements, discover how to eat for healing, and explore how lifestyle and plant medicines can be used to help create balance in your life. This course includes a weekly guidebook. We’ll end the class with a food demo and healing meal to celebrate our time together.
Cardio Kickboxing
Wednesdays 5:30 – 6:30pm & Sundays 10 – 11am
Instructors: Kathy Roy (Wednesday) & Cori Broderick (Sunday)
Location: Auditorium
No Fee For Members
Strength & Balance for Women
Tuesdays & Thursdays 10 – 11am
Instructor: Rebecca Carberry
Location: Gym
Participants MUST bring their own mat.
No Fee For Members
No matter what your age, movement can help keep you healthy and protect you from injury. The aim of this class is to build muscular strength, coordination, and balance at a slow and safe pace.
*All genders welcome*
Fitness Center Orientation
Tuesdays and Thursdays
11am – 12pm
No Fee For Members
Are you a new member who would like to learn how to use our exercise equipment? Or maybe you just need a refresher because you haven’t been to the gym lately. One of our qualified staff members will take you through basics of what the Fitness Center has to offer and how to safely use the equipment. This includes: learning about the cardio and the resistance training machines, the rules and procedures of the gym, and other personalized training options. If you can’t make the weekly orientations and would like to request an orientation at different time, please email fitness@berkshiresouth.org.
Strength & Balance for Men
Tuesdays & Thursdays 11:30am – 12:30pm
Instructor: Rebecca Carberry
Location: Gym
Participants MUST bring their own mat.
No Fee For Members
No matter what your age, movement can help keep you healthy and protect you from injury. The aim of this class is to build muscular strength, coordination, and balance at a slow and safe pace.
*All genders welcome*
Matter of Balance
Recommended for ages 60+
April 4 – May 23
Thursdays, 1-3 pm
Instructors: Kathy Roy & Senta Reis
Location: Auditorium
Please reach out to Jenn with any questions at: jaustin@berkshiresouth.org or by phone at 413-528-2810 Ext 35.
Free For Everyone
Join our certified Matter of Balance instructors for an 8-week class to lessen your fear of falling. You’ll learn to view falls as controllable, discover small changes to reduce at-home falls, and engage in exercises to increase flexibility, strength, and balance. Activities include group discussions, problem-solving, skill-building, assertiveness training, videos, and exercise training. Registration is required. This class is offered In collaboration with Elder Services of Berkshire County, Inc.
Crush Hour: Extreme Fun & Fitness
Thursday, 6:00pm-7:00pm
Starting March 14
Instructor: Angel Reilly
Location: Auditorium
No Fee For Members
Crush Hour will blow your mind and transform your body. This one-hour class is packed with exciting, challenging, and unique fitness equipment and variations. You’ll have so much fun that you’ll forget you are working out!
Private Movement Coaching
Instructor: Steven Leonard SPT, RYT
Members: minimum of 3 sessions at $200.00
Guests: minimum of 3 sessions at $225.00
If interested, please reach out to Jennifer Austin at jaustin@berkshiresouth.org
Steven Leonard, an expert movement coach, will work closely with you to gather valuable insights into your body’s mechanics. These private sessions offer a unique and tailored approach to fitness, encompassing a comprehensive functional movement assessment and a customized exercise plan designed exclusively for you. Sessions include detailed assessment of your current movement patterns, mobility, strength, and any areas of imbalance or limitation. Your movement coach will craft a personalized exercise plan tailored to your specific needs, goals, and preferences. This plan is not a one-size-fits-all approach but a carefully constructed roadmap to help you achieve optimal results.
Pickleball
Starting in January 2024
Wednesdays 7:00 – 12:00pm
Fridays 11:00 – 3:00pm
Saturdays 10:00 – 12:00pm
Location: Gym
Please note: On the 3rd Wednesday of each month, we host Pickleball Clinics from 8:30-10:45am. Due to this, courts will be unavailable on those dates.
Non-member: $10/person
No Fee For Members
A paddle sport created for all ages and skill levels, Pickleball combines many elements of tennis, badminton, and ping-pong. The rules are simple and the game is easy for beginners to learn, but can develop into a quick, fast-paced, competitive game for experienced players.
Participants must bring their own paddles and balls.
Full Body Blast
Fridays 9 – 10am
Instructor: Margee O’Meara
Location: Gym
NEW Instructor starting in January 2024: Margee O’Meara
No Fee For Members
Start your Friday off right with a cardio class that will work you from head to toe. Mix up free weights, dynamic bodyweight movements, and cardio for a total fitness experience.
Zumba
Fridays 10 – 11am
Instructor: Faye Morgan-Amidon
Location: Auditorium
No Fee For Members
Easing into Spring: Gentle Slow Flow Yoga & Meditation Series
March 1 – April 5
Fridays 5:30 – 6:30pm
Instructor: Lisa Staiano-Coico
Location: Auditorium
Members: $75
Guests: $90
Body Tune-Up Series
Fridays, September 29th – October 20th CANCELLED
*Free Introductory class – Friday, September 22nd
8:00-9:00am
Instructor: Steven Leonard
Members: $40 / Guests: $55
The Body Tune-Up Series is the ultimate pathway to revitalization! This series focuses on improving posture, enhancing performance, and living a pain-free life. Say goodbye to stiffness, discomfort, and limited mobility, and say hello to a body that moves like never before. Instructor Steven Leonard is a student physical therapist and Kripalu faculty member. Please attend the free introductory class (9/22) to see if this series is right for you! Please bring your own yoga mat.
Roll and Release - Trigger Point Therapy
Fridays, June 30th – August 11th, 8 – 9am
Instructor: Claire Naylor Pollart & Jeanne Teasdale
Using Therapy Balls, self-help tools, and corrective exercises, students will learn specific techniques that will instantly roll out tension, improve movement, break dysfunctional movement patterns, and provide invaluable insight into their own anatomical architecture.
Weekend Warrior
Saturdays 8-9am
Starting October 7, 2023
NEW Class Time Starting Jan 1st: Saturdays 9:00 – 10:00am
Instructor: Nick Warren
Location: Gym
No Fee For Members
Kick start your weekend with a mix of strength, cardio, and balance exercises! This is a high intensity (energy) class suitable for all levels of fitness. Build your strength, endurance, and stability while getting the energy you need to enhance your weekend! This is a drop in class. No registration required!
Pickleball
Saturdays
9am – 12pm
Starting in January 2024
Wednesdays 7:00 – 12:00pm
Fridays 11:00 – 3:00pm
Saturdays 10:00 – 12:00pm
Location: Gym
Please note: On the 3rd Wednesday of each month, we host Pickleball Clinics from 8:30-10:45am. Due to this, courts will be unavailable on those dates.
Non-member: $10/person
No Fee For Members
A paddle sport created for all ages and skill levels, Pickleball combines many elements of tennis, badminton, and ping-pong. The rules are simple and the game is easy for beginners to learn, but can develop into a quick, fast-paced, competitive game for experienced players.
Participants must bring their own paddles and balls.
Amazonian Breathwork and Guided Meditation
Saturdays, May 4-June 1
10-11:00 AM
Instructor: Justin Torrico
Location: Auditorium
Members: $90.00
Guests: $105.00
Amazonian breathwork was developed by the Yanomami and Witoto tribes who used this practice to collectively connect with a greater purpose. This program will include both physical movement and sound-supported guided mindfulness techniques to develop awareness and deep relaxation.
Empowerment Self Defense Class
Saturday, June 1
1:00-3:00 PM
Instructor: Kim Rivers
Location: Auditorium
Members: $35.00
Guests: $45.00
Empowerment Self Defense (ESD) utilizes confidence-building and awareness skills along with verbal and physical self defense techniques. Kim Rivers, a Self Defense Certified Instructor, will show you how to stand up to harassment, bullying, and violence by empowering you with the tools to respond appropriately and confidence to take matters into your own hands, if you choose to do so.
Pilates
Sundays 9 – 10am
Instructor: Don Fries
Location: Meeting Rooms
No Fee For Members
Cardio Kickboxing
Sundays 10 – 11am & Wednesdays 5:30 – 6:30pm
Instructors: Cori Broderick (Sunday) & Kathy Roy (Wednesday)
Location: Gym
No Fee For Members
Drop-In Volleyball
Sundays 2 – 4PM
Starting April 28th
Location: Gym
No Fee For Members
Join Drop-In Volleyball each Sunday for the spring and summer! Swing by with a friend or come on your own. We’ll supply the net and equipment.
Pickleball Private Lessons
Weekends
Members: $75 per hour for one person or $83 for two people
Guests: $83 per hour for one person or $99 for two people
To schedule a lesson, contact Jennifer Austin at (413) 528-2810 ext. 35 or email fitness@berkshiresouth.org.
Join Tony Richards, an instructor certified by the International Pickleball Training Professionals Association (IPTPA), for private pickleball lessons for all skill levels. Whether you are new to the sport or looking to refine your technique, Tony works well with all skill levels to improve your pickleball skills in fun and meaningful ways. We are offering one-on-one private lessons as well as semi-private lessons for two people. Booking preference will be given to members.
Pickleball
Saturdays
9am – 12pm
Non-member: $10/person
No Fee For Members
A paddle sport created for all ages and skill levels, Pickleball combines many elements of tennis, badminton, and ping-pong. The rules are simple and the game is easy for beginners to learn, but can develop into a quick, fast-paced, competitive game for experienced players.
Participants must bring their own paddles and balls.
The New Get Fit Challenge
Ages 12+
January 9th – March 16th
Tuesdays 5:30pm – 7pm & Saturdays 7:30am – 9am
Members: $149
Non-members: $199
This wellness and exercise program is designed to transform your body and lifestyle in just 10 weeks. Participants will work together twice a week to form a supportive tight-knit group and help create healthy, long-term habits. We will start each session with a challenging 1hr fitness class led by our highly qualified certified personal trainers and instructors. Then, our instructors will lead 30-minute workshop dedicated to exploring other areas of full-body wellness such as mindfulness, nutrition, goal setting, and mobility. There will also be opportunities to get personalized help from a certified personal trainer. You’ll cheer each other on and gain support in our exclusive Get Fit Facebook page. We’ll celebrate the end of this 10-week challenge with a party and prizes! This program is inclusive to all fitness levels and creates a positive, high-energy experience you won’t want to miss out on! Free program swag for each participant. Ages 12-17 are welcome to join with parental permission